Shrewsbury
Darwin's Townhouse
About the Hotel
Travelzoo Staff
Why We Love This Hotel
- This Grade II-listed "beautifully restored Georgian property" (The AA) was renovated in 2016
- It is steps away from the River Severn & Shrewsbury town centre
- Breakfast is served in the conservatory, which has views of the gardens
- Battlefield Falconry Centre & Attingham Park, an English country house owned by the National Trust, are 15 minutes' drive away
Overview
Darwin's Townhouse is a late-18th-century Georgian property that underwent a complete refurbishment in 2016 to turn it into a 20-bedroom boutique bed and breakfast in the heart of Shrewsbury town centre.
Located on a quiet street, the hotel overlooks many of the town's Tudor buildings and it's a short stroll from the shops, restaurants and bars of the town centre. The hotel is 100 metres from the River Severn path -- great for a waterside stroll.
Battlefield Falconry Centre and Attingham Park, an English country house owned by the National Trust, are 15 minutes' drive away. The Dana Prison, which offers jailhouse tours, is 10 minutes' walk away. The ruins of Haughmond Abbey are less than 20 minutes' drive away.
Awarded 5-Star B&B status by The AA, the hotel has an octagonal lounge with a fire, books, and games. Retreat to the snug (with a fully stocked honesty bar) or head to the large, bright conservatory with views of the gardens. The modern décor is complemented by features such as a stone staircase and original fireplaces.
Breakfast is served in the conservatory, and features local seasonal produce. While the hotel does not serve lunch or dinner, it has two sister restaurants within a short stroll: The Loopy Shrew, serving traditional English cuisine, and Porterhouse SY1, which offers American-inspired dishes.
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Enjoyed This
(75 Member Ratings)
(75 Member Ratings)
Enjoyed Most
A thoroughly enjoyable stay. Lovely themed bedrooms with complimentary water, tea / coffee and chefs homemade biscuits . Excellent breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff.
Other Comments
Would definitely recommend.
raymond
30. Nov 2019
Hope Valley, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Fab u lous. Wonderfull staff,nothing too much trouble. Stunning decor and rooms. I cant praise this hotel enough
SUSAN
29. Nov 2019
SWANSEA, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Fantastic, staff were great, friendly and very helpful
Dave
27. Nov 2019
Liverpool, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Lovely themed hotel, friendly staff.
Claire
27. Nov 2019
London, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Faultless- absolute delightful stay
Kevin
22. Nov 2019
Beds, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
A lovely hotel, very well located close to the town centre.
We were given a warm welcome although the heating in our friend's room wasn't working and our room was cool. We loved all the Darwin themed artwork and artifacts. Lovely food of the highest quality at Darwin's Kitchen and at the hotel breakfast.
Other Comments
An inch of raise on the head of the bed in Room 8 would be good, as the floors slope and we didn't enjoy sleeping with our heads pointing downhill!
Anne
22. Nov 2019
Worcester, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
lovely welcome and very friendly staff.
Other Comments
nice rooms, a good breakfast.
stuart
19. Nov 2019
Wrexham, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Superb deal!
Other Comments
Outstanding, the best b&b ever.
Linda
10. Nov 2019
Ross-on-Wye, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
It was a lovely hotel
Other Comments
The hotel has a Galápagos theme which was particularly great for us as we have just come back from visiting the islands.
Jane
03. Nov 2019
Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Lovely break for 2 nights--warm and cosy garden room with beautiful bathroom. Breakfast excellent and served quickly. We were made very welcome and assisted to find a car park that wasn't flooded as nearest was not recommended for this reason. Pity they have no on-site car parking. Restaurant is not attached to property but a little walk away uphill--fine for us but some may find this awkward.
Glenda
31. Oct 2019
Blackwood, United Kingdom
